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Dr Edward Mienie: US willing to “fortify very fragile, failing” SA, if….
The United States is willing to “fortify” South Africa as it has moved from “latent fragility to being very fragile” and “moving in the direction of failure”. However, it would need to see “positive steps” and “genuine earnest attempts” from SA. So says a former diplomat to both the National…
Alec Hogg's update to BizNews Premium members - Tuesday, 30th September 2025
Alec Hogg's daily update which is embedded in the BizNews Premium newsletter - covering the day's news you need to know.
Why SA is better off with a weakened but reformed ANC rather than a collapsed one - John Endres BNIC#2
At BNIC#2 in Hermanus, John Endres, CEO of the Institute of Race Relations, warned that the ANC is at risk of sudden collapse as legitimacy drains and economic stagnation worsens. Drawing parallels to the fall of East Germany and Romania’s Ceausescu, Endres argued that the ANC must choose between "bending"…
BN Briefing: Cartels infiltrate SA power, R2bn Hospital loot exposed, Bristow’s shock Barrick exit
Explosive testimony at the Madlanga Commission reveals how drug cartels have infiltrated South Africa’s power structures, with shocking claims of political protection and evidence of deep criminal capture. At Tembisa Hospital, the SIU exposes a staggering R2bn fraud network—vindicating whistleblower Babita Deokaran, who paid with her life. Meanwhile, the gold…
Alec Hogg's update to BizNews Premium members - Monday, 29th September 2025
Alec Hogg's daily update which is embedded in the BizNews Premium newsletter - covering the day's news you need to know.
Meet Brett Levy: Life tempered by fire - from JSE’s youngest CEO to major player in SA mobile market
In this interview, BizNews editor Alec Hogg takes a deep dive into lessons learned during the incredible journey of Blue Label co-founder and co-CEO Brett Levy. At 28, he was once the youngest CEO of any JSE-listed company when he and brother Mark too the company public. Now worth R11…
Mulder, de Jager and Papenfus lift the lid on their diplomatic mission to Washington - BNIC#2
At BNIC#2 in Hermanus, the “three amigos"—VF Plus leader Corné Mulder, NEASA CEO Gerhard Papenfus and SAAI executive director Theo de Jager—unpacked their recent Washington swing and what it means for South Africa. Framing a "leadership vacuum" at home, they delivered a positive but unsparing brief to US officials on…
Sasol boss Simon Baloyi on his Baptism of Fire and the relentless battle to reignite South Africa’s economy
In this in-depth BizNews interview, Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi reflects on South Africa’s energy turnaround, why business must partner with government to fix power, logistics and crime, and how Sasol is balancing coal-based production with renewables in its decarbonisation journey. From cutting debt to tackling Joburg’s visible infrastructure collapse, Baloyi…
AI Scam Alert! Paul O'Sullivan busts Deepfake using BizNews brand
Cybercriminals are using sophisticated AI deepfakes and cloned websites to scam unsuspecting South Africans out of their savings. In this revealing interview, forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan joins Alec Hogg to unpack a recent scam, explain how these syndicates operate, and share practical tips to protect yourself. If it sounds too…
BN Briefing: SA crime crisis, DA’s eThekwini pick and Epstein’s 18K emails rock global elites
South Africa’s crime crisis deepens as explosive testimony at the Madlanga Commission and sharp warnings from policing experts put the ANC under pressure. The DA reveals its mayoral candidate for eThekwini, promising a clean-up of Durban’s embattled metro. And on the global front, 18,000 newly unearthed Epstein emails expose fresh…
The NdB Sunday Show: The gloves come off after “damning” evidence before Madlanga….
Fraudsters using AI to scam investors with a fake BizNews interview featuring Helen Zille and Chris Steyn. The inside story of almost two weeks of testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry from former police officer Willem Els who is now with the Institute for Security Studies (ISS). And Renaldo…
Blockbuster Malema book - exposing how EFF criminal enterprise flourishes in broken justice system
Investigative journalists Pauli van Wyk and Micah Reddy join Alec Hogg to unpack their explosive new book Malema, Money, Power, Patronage. From VBS to dodgy metros and shell companies, the authors reveal how Julius Malema and Floyd Shivambu built a patronage empire — and why South Africa’s broken justice system…
Graeme Smith on SA20: Record bids, rising Stars & Cricket’s revival
Betway SA20 commissioner Graeme Smith tells BizNews how the latest auction broke records with Brevis and Markram fetching millions, while more than R22m was spent on under-23 talent. With sold-out stadiums, global broadcast deals, and 700 schools now in the pipeline, Smith says SA20 is more than a tournament —…
Neal Froneman on stepping down: Leadership lessons, Mining’s future and SA’s urgent crossroads
Neal Froneman reflects on his upcoming retirement as CEO of Sibanye-Stillwater, sharing insights on leadership, value creation, and the future of South Africa’s mining sector. In a candid conversation with Bronwyn Nielsen, he discusses personal passions, stakeholder capitalism, and the urgent need for political and policy reform to unlock South…
Piet Viljoen: Patience, scepticism and resilience key to investing in SA - BNIC#2 Q&A
At BNIC#2 in Hermanus, RECM founder Piet Viljoen delivered a candid Q&A covering everything from South Africa’s political risks to global investing lessons. While acknowledging the country’s troubling politics, he insisted South Africa is not Zimbabwe, citing strong civil society as a protective force. Viljoen warned against local companies’ “stupid”…
Miningweb Weekly: De Beers in play, Angola’s surprise bid, Glencore exits Congo, and silver’s comeback
From the wilds of Idaho, mining analyst Peter Major joins Alec Hogg to unpack the week’s big mining stories. With Botswana and Angola eyeing stakes in De Beers, Anglo American suddenly has options it never expected. Glencore is pulling back from the Congo as cobalt prices tumble, while silver edges…
Alec Hogg's update to BizNews Premium members - Thursday, 25th September 2025
Alec Hogg's daily update which is embedded in the BizNews Premium newsletter - covering the day's news you need to know.
Dr Doom no more: Magnus Heystek defends his track record and warns of SA’s wealth destruction - BNIC#2 Q&A
At BNIC#2 in Hermanus, Brenthurst Wealth founder Magnus Heystek rejected the “Dr Doom” label, describing himself as “realistically honest” about South Africa’s economic trajectory. He warned that trillions have been wiped out through municipal collapse in the country’s northern regions, even as the Western Cape attracts wealth through governance and…
Piet Viljoen’s cockroach investment strategy: Protect your wealth in an uncertain world - BNIC#2
At BNIC#2 in Hermanus, legendary value investor Piet Viljoen shared his “Cockroach Portfolio” philosophy—a strategy built not on forecasts, but on survival. Viljoen argued that true wisdom in investing begins with admitting “we don’t know anything” about the future. Risk metrics, he warned, are “cargo cult science,” extrapolating the past…
Jonathan Katzenellenbogen: The “Patronage Machine” Zille will have to fight in Jo'burg...
If the Democratic Alliance (DA) icon Helen Zille is elected Mayor of Jo’burg, she will have to overcome huge obstacles to achieve the turn-around promised. In this interivew with BizNews, independent commentator Jonathan Katzenellenbogen says if the DA gets the projected 35% in the local elections, it would have to…